2002 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Tata Indica
To start off, 2003 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2003 Tata Indica | |
| Make | AC | Tata |
| Model | Aceca | Indica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
